The American Chemistry Council (ACC) and the undersigned organizations are writing in opposition to AB 1148 (Sharp-Collins), legislation that would impose new cost pressures on the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) to implement a...

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Hotpack, the UAE-based leader in sustainable food packaging solutions, announced a major step forward in Hotpack’s international expansion strategy with a $100 million investment to establish a new manufacturing...

305Sixto Digipack, a joint venture between 305 Labels & Sixto Packaging, is strategically positioned to capitalize on the evolving demands within the flexible packaging sector by establishing a state-of-the-art, digitally driven production facility in Opa-locka,...

Let’s get something straight—packaging isn’t just about protection anymore. It’s about perception. Positioning. And ultimately, performance. If you’re running a product-based business in 2025 and still treating packaging like an afterthought, you could be leaving...

NOVA Chemicals Corporation announced that its polyethylene film mechanical recycling facility in Connersville, Ind., has achieved the Recycled Material Standard (RMS) certification from GreenBlue. This third-party certification verifies that the SYNDIGO™ brand recycled polyethylene produced...

The pet food packaging sector is experiencing steady growth driven by rising demand for single-serve formats, environmental sustainability, and regional production. Meanwhile, the proliferating “humanization of pets” trend also influences consumer choices, pushing demand for...

The European flexible packaging market is experiencing strong growth, driven by increasing demand for solutions that meet sustainability, convenience, and efficiency needs—particularly among younger consumers. According to a Mordor Intelligence report, the value of Europe’s...

Google parent Alphabet’s research division X is collaborating with Dow Chemical to address a thorny recycling challenge: identifying films and other flexible plastics and separating them from landfill-bound waste streams so they can be recycled...

Amcor plc announced the successful completion of its all-stock combination with Berry Global. Through this combination, Amcor enhances its position as a global leader in consumer and healthcare packaging solutions with the unique material science...

Blaige & Company announced the sale of Hamilton Plastics, Inc. to Soteria Flexibles Corp., a portfolio company of TJC LP. Blaige represented Hamilton in the transaction. Thomas Blaige, Chairman and CEO of Blaige & Company,...

Flexographic printers are expanding at a rapid pace, driven by rising demand for packaging, labeling, and consumer goods. New presses are hitting production floors across the country — and with them, a surge in volatile...

As the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) entered 2025, the trade organization began celebrating 75 years since its formation in 1950. For Kathy Bolhous, chair and CEO of Charter Next Generation, FPA’s staying power proves that...

Amcor Flexibles North America received a request from a client that required its research and development team to ponder multiple attributes so the package could meet performance specifications. “It needed to be recycle-ready, provide high-barrier...

When customers scan the aisles for insect repellents, they are used to seeing an array of rigid plastic containers and sprayers designed for the safe storage and handling of the chemicals contained inside. ProAmpac’s challenge...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to submit testimony in opposition to Senate Bill S939 (Bissaillon), which directs the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) to establish an extended producer responsibility (EPR)...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is pleased to offer these comments to the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (“DEP” or “Department”) in response to Appendix A, the Packaging Material Types List, developed by the Department...

At the state level, policy activity around packaging remains busy, especially regarding extended producer responsibility (EPR). Similar to 2024, dueling packaging proposals have been introduced. House Bill (HB) 1150/Senate Bill (SB) 5284 is from state Rep....

The packaging industry is at a crossroads. As new packaging sustainability laws take hold across North America, the call for circular solutions has become a necessity rather than a choice. Regulations such as California’s Senate...

Early in a new year is typically a busy time for the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) as it tries to stay on top of proposals coming out of state legislatures. But this winter and early...

Almost six months into the 119th Congress and the second Trump administration, the government relations (GR) team in the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) has refined its approach and settled into a new and refocused cadence...

As the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) celebrates 75 years since its founding this year, Joyce Dickerson recalls being elected as FPA’s first female chair in 2000, after more than a decade of involvement that began...

Sterile Packaging Day united the medical packaging community under the theme, “From Foundations to Futures.” The in-person celebration, held on February 5, 2025, at MD&M West in Anaheim, California, took on additional significance because volunteers...

Thomas Tusser wrote in a 16th-century poem, “Sweet April showers do spring May flowers.” In the 19th century, it became a common proverb: “March winds and April showers bring forth May flowers.” And today, it...

Pregis® is expanding its blown film operations at its Anderson, South Carolina facility by adding capacity for its ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) barrier film options. Increased production of EVOH barrier films will allow the company...

Quarter one was a solid quarter for Billerud and an encouraging start of the year. Despite significant FX headwind, primarily driven by the strengthening of SEK versus the USD, we delivered strong profitability growth in...

Durst North America is excited to announce the promotion of Steve Lynn to the newly created role of Executive Director, North America. This strategic leadership appointment reflects Durst’s rapid growth and ongoing commitment to delivering...

Wikoff Color Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high-performance printing inks and coatings, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Castellaw as Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), effective immediately. In this role, Castellaw will lead...

International Packaging Films Limited (IPAK) Group has recorded 66 percent increase in its revenues for the nine-month period ended March 31, 2025, demonstrating a strong trajectory of both topline expansion and bottom-line growth amidst a...